Sonographers in 2025 typically make between $60,000 and $110,000 annually depending on experience, location, specialization, and workplace. In the United States, median salaries are around $89,000, with entry-level sonographers earning about $60,000 to $75,000 and experienced or specialized sonographers earning $90,000 or more. Hourly rates average around $36, with top earners making up to about $47 per hour.
Salary Ranges by Experience and Specialization
- Entry-level sonographers (0-2 years): approximately $60,000–$75,000 per year.
- Experienced sonographers (3+ years): around $75,000–$90,000 per year.
- Specialized sonographers (cardiac, vascular): $90,000+ per year.
Geographic and Workplace Variation
- Salaries tend to be higher in urban areas and private healthcare settings.
- US states like California and Alaska offer some of the highest pay, with median salaries over $100,000 in some metro areas.
- Sonographers in outpatient care centers tend to earn more than those in hospitals or physicians’ offices.
Pay Scale Summary for US Sonographers in 2025
Pay Level| Annual Salary (USD)| Hourly Wage (USD)
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Entry Level| $60,000 - $75,000| $27.76 - $30.41
Median/Experienced| About $89,000| ~ $36.05
Top 10% Earners| $110,000 - $123,000+| Up to $47.63
This data reflects broad market demand, specialized skills, and experience all influencing sonographer earnings.
